Employee Wellness Newsletter
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Guidance Resources/EAP:
Support your Mental Well-being
Coast-to-Coast Wellness Challenge: Registration is Now Open!
Wear Red Challenge:
Winners Announcement
Fitness and Community Spirit:
SOCO Stampede 5K & 1 Mile Run
Webinars:
Free Webinars for all FCPS Staff
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 Supporting Your Mental Well-Being
The FCPS Employee Assistance Program (EAP) provides all staff with six free counseling sessions, available 24/7, To help manage grief, navigate loss, and provide support for emotional challenges like anxiety, depression, and stress during tough times. Support is accessible by phone or virtually.
📞 To access services: Call 1-855-355-9097 or visit www.guidanceresources.com. First-time users can register with the organization code FCPS.
Prioritize Your Mental Well-Being with Your Health Insurance
Your health insurance provides valuable resources to support your mental well-being. Whether you need counseling, crisis support, or ongoing care, take advantage of the mental health services available through your provider.
Check your plan’s benefits and access the support you need to prioritize your mental health today!
For Cigna Members:
Cigna’s Behavioral Health Benefits line is available 24/7 at 1-800-433-5768.
🔗 Visit: cigna.com
For Kaiser Permanente Members:
Kaiser Permanente’s Behavioral Health Access Call Center is available at 1-866-530-8778.
🔗 Visit: mydoctor.kaiserpermanente.org
Mental Health Resources: 24/7 Emergency Contacts
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Crisis Link Regional Hotline: (703) 527-4077 | Text NEEDHELP to 85511
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Dominion Hospital Emergency: (703) 536-2000
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Mental Health 24-Hour Emergency Services: (703) 573-5679
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Inova Emergency Services: (703) 289-7560
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Mobile Crisis Unit: 1-844-627-4747
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National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK (8255) | 1-800-SUICIDE
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National Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Dial 988 (TTY: 711)
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Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 from anywhere in the U.S.
Your mental well-being matters. Don't hesitate to reach out for support!
For questons email: employeewellness@fcps.edu
We invite all FCPS employees—whether part-time, hourly, substitute, or temporary—to join us on this nostalgic Coast-to-Coast road trip!
The Coast to Coast Wellness Challenge starts Monday, March 3, 2025—a 4-week virtual road trip from the East to the West Coast exploring iconic destinations! Log physical activity, complete healthy behaviors, earn points, collect stickers, uncover fun facts, and win prizes along the way!
Key Dates to Remember:
Registration Closes: Monday, March 10, 2025
Challenge Runs: March 3-30, 2025
Last Day to Log Activity: Wednesday, April 2, 2025
How to Participate:
- Individually or create a team of up to 5 colleagues.
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Log Activities Starting: Monday, March 3, 2025.
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Track via a device, manual entry, or convert minutes to steps. *To learn how to connect your device, click this device integration link.
How to Earn Points (Log 6000+ steps daily (5 days/week):
- 6000-7999 steps = 3 points
- 8000-9999 steps = 4 points
- 10,000+ steps = 5 points
- Alternatively, use the step converter built into logging, which offers over 140 activity options.
*Earn Bonus Points by completing “Health Behaviors” and “Thrive Thursdays” activities!
Prizes:
- The top 10 individuals with the highest weekly participation will win a $25 gift card.
- The top 3 ES, MS, & HS and 3 centers with the highest participation will win a $500 gift card.
Don’t miss out on the adventure!
Register Today!
Sponsored by the FCPS Employee Wellness Program, Office of Benefit Services.
If you have any questions, please email employeewellness@fcps.edu.
SOCO Stampede 5K & 1 Mile Family Fun Run
Join Us for a Fun-Filled Day of Fitness and Community Spirit!
🏃♂️ 5K Run
👨👩👧 1M Family Fun Run
📅 Date: March 22, 2025
⏰ Time: 9:00 AM - Noon
📍 Location: South County MS Campus
Early Bird Registration Begins Today!
Register Now
SOCO Stampede 5K & 1 Mile Family Fun Run Flyer
Secure your spot at a discounted rate—prices increase after February 28, 2025, at 11:59 PM!
Bring your family and friends for a day of fitness, fun, food, raffles, and a DJ!
For more information, contact Chris Woodby at cwwoodby@fcps.edu.
Family Race Sign Sponsorship Opportunity
Make your family’s mark on the FIRST EVER SOCO STAMPEDE!
Personalized signs with your cheers will line the racecourse, inspiring runners and creating lasting memories. Support the SCMS After-School Program & Athletics with your purchase of a sign for only $100.
Contact Mr. Chris Woodby at cwwoodby@fcps.edu to order yours today!
Wear Red Challenge
Congratulations to the four schools and one center with the most staff wearing red to raise awareness for heart disease on National Wear Red Day:
- Mason Crest ES
- Centreville ES
- Canterbury Woods ES
- Elementary Math Resource Teachers
- Alan Leis Center
For their dedication to supporting heart health, these schools/centers have won a free Fruit Guys delivery for their respective locations!
️While these winners stood out, we want to thank everyone who participated—FCPS was red on February 7!
 Thank you for making a powerful impact in supporting heart health!
For any questions, please email employeewellness@fcps.edu.
Earn Your $100 Wellness Incentive
FCPS remains committed to supporting the health and well-being of our employees. In collaboration with our health plan vendors, we encourage all employees to prioritize their health by scheduling their annual preventive care appointments.
Cigna and Kaiser policyholders have the opportunity to earn a $100 gift card incentive by completing an online health assessment and biometric screening. We encourage you to take advantage of this valuable benefit, available through December 31, 2025.
Cigna Members:
$100 gift card (tax imputed) for completing the Online Health Assessment at myCigna.com and Biometric Screening
Kaiser Permanente Members:
$100 gift card (tax imputed) for completing the Total Health Assessment at kp.org/tha and Biometric Screening
Follow these simple steps to redeem your gift card:
Cigna Redemption Guide
KP Incentive Reward Guide.
For further information, please email: employeewellness@fcps.edu
Free Webinars for all FCPS Staff
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Mindful Monday - Mindful Eating Guided Meditation
About the Webinar:
Mindful eating is a powerful way to improve the quality of the food you eat and the way your body digests food. Learn to slow down and tune into your body to increase awareness of your hunger, notice how food makes you feel, and engage your senses as you eat.
Date: Monday, March 03, 2025
Time: 12:00 PM
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Supporting Your Wellness Journey
 Our Employee Wellness Program is here to help you stay on track with your health goals by offering a wide range of resources. We encourage you to explore all the valuable tools and services available through the Employee Wellness Program Hub Page.
Consider scheduling a presentation at your next staff meeting to introduce these wellness initiatives and enhance your team's overall well-being.
To request a presentation, complete the Wellness Presentation Request Form, or to request a Wellness Connection Table, fill out the Wellness Connection Request Form.
For further information, please email: employeewellness@fcps.edu
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